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Based on a True Story

7.020232 seasonsTV-MATV SeriesComedyDrama

The lives of a realtor, a plumber and a former tennis star unexpectedly collide, exposing America’s obsession with true crime, murder and the slow-close toilet seat.

ProducersAnnie Weisman·Michael Costigan

Where to watch

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Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Liquid Gold
Nov 21, 2024 6.8
E2
Control F for Murder
Nov 21, 2024 6.9
E3
Relapse
Nov 21, 2024 6.6
E4
Y'all Ready for This?
Nov 21, 2024 5.2
E5
Double Fault
Nov 21, 2024 6.6
E6
Based on a Drew Story
Nov 21, 2024 6.9
E7
Shotgun Wedding
Nov 21, 2024 6.9
E8
This Week's Guest
Nov 21, 2024 6.6

Cast

KCKaley Cuoco
Kaley Cuoco
Ava Bartlett
CMChris Messina
Chris Messina
Nathan Bartlett
TBTom Bateman
Tom Bateman
Matt Pierce
LLLiana Liberato
Liana Liberato
Tory Thompson

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Based on a True Story — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Based on a True Story?

Based on a True Story is streaming on Peacock Premium and Peacock Premium Plus in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Based on a True Story on Netflix?

No, Based on a True Story is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Peacock Premium and Peacock Premium Plus.

Is Based on a True Story on Amazon Prime Video?

Based on a True Story isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Based on a True Story for free?

Based on a True Story is available on Peacock Premium and Peacock Premium Plus in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

How many seasons are in Based on a True Story?

Based on a True Story has 2 seasons in total (16 episodes). The series concluded in 2024.

Are all episodes of Based on a True Story out yet?

Yes — all 16 episodes across 2 seasons of Based on a True Story are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 3 of Based on a True Story?

No — Based on a True Story ended after 2 seasons, so there is no Season 3.